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News of New Haven United Methodist Church
“Making Disciples for Jesus Christ in the world, by being God’s Love in Action”
5603 S. New Haven Avenue, Tulsa, OK. 74135 Phone: 918-743-6491 ~ FAX: 918-743-9306
VOLUME MMXX Number 2 January 21, 2020
THE SPIRE
Rev. James Graham
during the coming months we will be expanding participation in our group so that we, as a church, can begin to dream about our future. Vision is a key part of that future. Without a clear vision the organization dies. Rebekah Simon-Peter in her book Dream Like Jesus says Vision is about more than just adopting a mission statement. It is about dreaming about a world that is not yet a reality. It is about imagination and hope. In the next few months, we are going to be asking you to dream big. We are asking you to dream about a vision that is feisty, spirited and bold. We are asking you to dream about something that is so big that there’s no way to do it by yourself (or without God!). To dream a dream that kind of scares you! A dream that calls for the flourishing of our community not just the mere survival of the institution. I am looking for a dream that inspires and unifies people.
Are you ready to Dream Like Jesus??? I am going to be offering our Sunday School classes the opportunity to study Rebekah Simon-Peter’s book, Dream Like Jesus, with me as we journey through Lent. I am hoping you will come along on this journey with me as we explore a bold new vision for New Haven United Methodist Church. I believe God has an exciting new future ahead for us!
Grace and Peace,
Pastor James
It is a new year and a time for new beginnings! As we move into 2020 we will be focusing on vision. We have a leadership team working hard to provide guidance to the church, and
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WHO? Umpteenagers and YOU
WHAT? Field trip to the Elsing Museum
WHEN? Wednesday, February 19 at 10:40 a.m. Then lunch at Zios Italian Kitchen
across the street on Lewis (Note the change to Wednesday)
WHERE? On the campus of ORU Museum
WHY? Fellowship and lots of fun
Visiting the Elsing Museum is a unique experience for exploring fascinating specimens that provide a glimpse into the past and information about the foundations of this world we inhabit. The Elsing Museum comprises an extensively rare collection of some of the world's most amazing gems, minerals, natural art, Indian artifacts, oriental artifacts, and much more. A visitor's first glimpse of the museum makes it clear that many years of dedication and careful selection by Mr. Willard Elsing has resulted in an irreplaceably unique exhibit.
Footprints Liturgical Dancers Footprints is starting to learn a new musical-theater-style dance for an upcoming worship service, and school-aged children through adults are welcome. We meet on Sundays in the sanctuary from 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm, and we’d love to have you join us!
Please contact Deena Smith at 918-693-4828 for more information.
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Fit Families 2020
Fit Families has rescheduled their program.
The Food Thinkery presents: Fit Families 2020, a free program starting Wednesday, February 19th.
Space is limited to 30. Bring your family (age 6 and up), or just you and your spouse, and join us for 4 weeks in February on Wednesday nights starting at 6:30 pm.
Food demonstrations, activities and free of charge! Classes start February 19th and are taught by a registered dietitian/certified diabetes educator, Suzanne Forsberg and a food service specialist Rebecca. Registration required and space is limited. Sign up on is on the hall table or call the church office at 918-743-6491.
Our current mission programs include: *Crosses of Love *Day Center for the Homeless - Phil Roberts (Phil would welcome 1 coordinator for each of our four dates to work with him) *Project Transformation Bus Stop Ministry - Paula Fox In-Service Sunday -Danny Hall Happy Children's Home -Stacy Schifferdecker Restore Hope/Mountain of Food - Susan Harris Exodus House - Jerry and Kathryn Fisher are currently supporting our latest resident Community Food Bank - Dee Kemp Undie Sunday - Radical Disciples Angel Tree - Stacey Schifferdecker Murdock Villa - Lou Lindsey Operation School Bell - Dee Kemp Memorial Tree - Adriaan Partners in Education (Carnegie Elementary)-Tonya Ford Mission Trip - David and Carolyn Toalson
All of you have participated in New Haven's 2019 Mission programs. Although, the 2019 mission reports have not been completed yet, it is safe to say New Haven has made a difference in the lives of approximately 7,000 individuals in 2019 through our mission programs. To say "Thank You" doesn't seem like it quite covers it. BUT...Thank You! I am looking forward to working with you again this year in our efforts to improve the lives we touch through our mission programs. Please contact me if you would be willing to accept the responsibility for coordinating one or more of our mission programs. We would like to set up a primary contact person for each of these programs.
*The top three missions still need a coordinator or co-coordinator, if you would like to volunteer or know more about one of our missions, please email Dee Kemp @ [email protected].
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Join the Fun in the Sun on Mystery Island
Who is God? . . . Is there only one God?
Does God love me? . . . Can I know God?
Our kids grapple with questions like these every day. At Mystery Island, prepare to be thrilled as we explore an intriguing tropical paradise while tracking down the one true God. For more information or to help with VBS contact Brittany Fox [email protected].
It’s time to start making plans
for this summer!
Your family won’t want to
miss the fun and excitement of VBS!
So put these dates on your calendar
July 13 - 17, 2020
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Phone: 918-743-6491 FAX: 918-743-9306
Rev. James Graham, Sr. Pastor [email protected]
Cynthia Edelman, Business Manager [email protected]
Stephen Merrick, Music Director [email protected]
Teresa Roberts, Organist [email protected]
Patrick Grafton, Youth Director [email protected]
Brittany Fox, Children’s Director [email protected]
Oscar Sturgeon, Custodian 918-595-5460 (cell)
Cindy Taylor, Day School Director [email protected]
Therese Kelly, After School Director [email protected]
Starting in Next Month the SPIRE newsletter will be sent out once a month. Please plan ahead so your articles, activities, events, etc. are included.
The next issue of the SPIRE newsletter will be sent out during the first week of February, if you would like an article included, please email it by 6:00 pm Sunday, February 2 to: [email protected].
Mark your calendar and join us
For Special Ash Wednesday Service
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SUNDAY ATTENDANCE
January 12, 2020
Worship Attendance 8:45 am ~ 52 11:00 am ~ 82
Livestream ~ 17
Sunday School Adults ~ 52
Children ~ 13 Youth ~ 17
January 26, 2020
Worship Attendance 8:45 am ~ 46
11:00 am ~ 87 Livestream ~ 15
Sunday School Adults ~ 45
PLEASE PRAY FOR. . . .
Jan Boyd
Jack Giffin
Betty Fine
Kelly Sartain
Lynn Roach
Joe Sanders
Don Gregory
Dodie Wood
Quitman McCrory
Our Military & First Responders
Opportunities of the Week TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2020 6:00 pm Day School Council - 161 7:00 pm Boy Scouts
7:30 pm AA
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22 6:00 pm One Spirit Choir 7:00 pm Hand Bell Rehearsal 7:00 pm ACOA (210)
THURSDAY, JANUARY 23 1:00 pm Women’s Grief Group - Parlor 6:00 pm Praise Team 7:15 pm Yoga - Parlor FRIDAY, JANUARY 24 7:30 pm AA (Gym) SATURDAY, JANUARY 25 10:00 am Pinewood Derby SUNDAY, JANUARY 26 8:45 am Contemporary Worship 9:45 am Connection Groups 11:00 am Traditional Worship 4:15 pm Footprints Dance Rehearsal 4:30 pm Disciple 3 5:00 pm Jr./Sr. High Youth Group MONDAY, JANUARY 27 6:00 pm Writers’ Group TUESDAY, JANUARY 28 7:00 pm Boy Scouts
7:30 pm AA
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29 6:00 pm Youth Group 6:00 pm One Spirit Choir 7:00 pm Hand Bell Rehearsal 7:00 pm ACOA (210)
THURSDAY, JANUARY 30 6:00 pm Praise Team 7:15 pm Yoga - Parlor FRIDAY, JANUARY 31 7:30 pm AA (Gym) SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2 8:45 am Contemporary Worship 9:45 am Connection Groups 11:00 am Traditional Worship 4:15 pm Footprints Dance Rehearsal 4:30 pm Disciple 3 5:00 pm Jr./Sr. High Youth Group MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3 6:00 pm Writers’ Group TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4 7:00 pm Boy Scouts
7:30 pm AA
19 Stephen Merrick
20 Derek Lamkin
21 Dwayne Boyd
23 Pastor James Graham
28 Bryce Percival
Julian Smith
29 Mike Riggin
1 Barbara Coleman
2 Majorie Depoe
3 JJ Sartain
4 William Carthel
6 Jack Giffin
Visit our website at www.newhavenumc.org or New Haven United Methodist Church on Facebook Worship at: www.livestream.com/newhaventulsa.
